DEVRY ENG227 WEEK 2 QUIZ

(TCO 1) Select the sentence that best demonstrates use of active voice:

It is suggested that meter readings be recorded hourly.

The policy suggests you record meter readings hourly.

On an hourly basis, the policy readings must be recorded.

The policy readings must be recorded.

Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 2 of 2

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Question 2. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that demonstrates proper parallel structure:

Pete Henry likes to survey points and studying new construction techniques.

Pete Henry likes surveying airports and to study new construction techniques.

Pete Henry likes surveying airports and studying new construction techniques.

Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 2 of 2

Comments:

Question 3. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that most effectively demonstrates conciseness:

The expansion project is estimated to cost at or around about $1.2 million.

The expansion project is estimated to cost in the neighborhood of $1.2 million.

The expansion project is estimated to cost approximately $1.2 million.

Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 2 of 2

Comments:

Question 4. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that most effectively demonstrates tone:

We don’t make refunds on merchandise that is soiled.

We offer refunds on items returned in their original condition.

We don’t offer refunds on items not returned in their original condition.

Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 2 of 2

Comments:

Question 5. Question : (TCO 1) Select the sentence that most effectively demonstrates the you attitude:

You can expect to receive the report by Friday.

You won’t get the report by the Tuesday deadline.

I know I promised you a report by Tuesday, but you won’t get it until Friday.

Week 2 Lecture/Training Module

Points Received: 0 of 2

Comments:

Question 6. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: We mailed the book you requested yesterday.

Question 7. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: Jack resents his assistant because he is competitive.

Question 8. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: Because of the degree of active employee participation, we are of the opinion that the

stock bonus plan will be successful.

Question 9. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: Unless you pay me within three days, my lawyer will be contacted.

Question 10. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: We cannot possibly send a repairman until next Monday.

Question 11. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: We are happy to announce that we are offering for sale an empty parcel of land at the corner of Mission and High Streets. We will be selling this parcel for $62,000, with a minimum down payment of $13,500. We have had it rezoned M-2 for student housing.

Question 12. Question : (TCO 1) List the instances of biased language in this report:

Question 13. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: While a few nearby residents initially opposed our expansion plan, we think we have their support to proceed as scheduled.

Question 14. Question : (TCO 1) Revise this passage by inserting logical transition words.

Columbia is widening its lead over Kraft in the computer-magazine war.

Its revenues increased 27% last year, whereas Kraft’s increased only 16%.

Its audited paid circulation increased to 600,000, compared to 450,000 for Kraft.

Kraft was able to increase both the ad rate and the number of ad pages last year.

Question 15. Question : (TCO 1) Revise: The major benefits our organization offers include annual leave and sick leave, insurance for group life and medical expenses, and a private retirement fund.